December 2017
Pope Calls for Negotiations on Two-State Solution for Israel and Palestine
Pope Francis called for renewed negotiations for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine during his Christmas address, highlighting the suffering of children in the…
Pope Francis Defends Migrants and Refugees in Christmas Speech
Pope Francis delivered a Christmas speech defending the rights of migrants and refugees, drawing parallels between their struggles and the biblical journey of Mary and…
15 Arrested Following Attack on Coptic Church in Southern Cairo
Fifteen individuals were arrested in Egypt following an attack on a Coptic church by local Muslims after Friday prayers. The church, which had been hosting…
Opposition Leader Navalny Enters Russian Presidential Election Race
Alexei Navalny, a prominent opposition leader in Russia, has announced his candidacy for the presidential elections in March, despite being deemed ineligible by election officials…
Pence: Increasing Threats from Iran Could Lead to a New Alignment in the Region
Mike Pence highlighted the growing threat from Iran, suggesting it has prompted new alignments among Arab nations. He emphasized the U.S. commitment to preventing Iran…
The Area of Lake Urmia Has Decreased by 242 Kilometers in One Year
Lake Urmia has shrunk significantly, losing 242 kilometers in area over the past year, with current water levels critically low. The situation is exacerbated by…
UN Human Rights Commissioner Warns About New Coalition in Austrian Government
The UN Human Rights Commissioner has warned that the new far-right coalition government in Austria, led by Chancellor Sebastian Kurz, poses a dangerous shift in…
Bashar al-Assad: Geneva Peace Talks Have Yielded No Results
Bashar al-Assad criticized the UN-mediated peace talks in Geneva, claiming they have produced no results after three years. He expressed support for upcoming alternative talks…
Concealment in Announcing Famous Doping Champions in Iran
The president of the Iranian Cycling Federation revealed that doping cases of athletes, including Hossein Asgari, are often concealed if they retire and commit to…
Significant Decrease in Number of Refugees in Germany in 2017
The number of refugees entering Germany has significantly decreased from nearly 900,000 in 2015 to under 200,000 in 2017, largely due to the EU-Turkey agreement…
Suspension of Two Swedish Embassy Employees in Tehran Due to Visa Issuance Violations
The Swedish embassy in Tehran has suspended two employees for improperly issuing visas to Iranian citizens, raising concerns about immigration regulations. This incident highlights the…
Meat Kebab Additives; A New Topic for EU Legislators
The EU is voting on whether to allow phosphate as an additive in kebab meat, with consumer rights groups advocating for its ban due to…
Explosion at Austrian Gas Terminal Leaves One Dead and 21 Injured
An explosion at the Baumgarten gas terminal in Austria has left one dead and 21 injured, disrupting European energy markets and halting Russian gas transit…
Oversight of the Overseers – Air Pollution in Iran
The article discusses the severe air pollution crisis in Iran, highlighting the government's acknowledgment of daily pollution-related deaths and the inadequacies in air quality monitoring.…
Oil Prices Drop Again After Increase in U.S. Oil Rigs
Oil prices have dropped again due to an increase in U.S. oil drilling rigs, despite OPEC's extension of production cuts. The U.S. now has 749…
Pope Francis: The Manifestation of God's Presence Today is the Rohingya
Pope Francis directly addressed the Rohingya people for the first time during his Asian trip, acknowledging their suffering and asking for forgiveness on behalf of…
EU's Decision to Cut Funding for Turkey's Accession to the Union
The European Union has decided to cut funding for Turkey's accession, including a reduction of 175 million euros and a potential cut of a 3.5…